In a dramatic courtroom moment, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Susan Bryant-Deason held up a phone book-sized docket documenting the 20-year legal battle between the Jogani brothers, underscoring the immense work undertaken by the father-son legal duo from Friedman² LLP. The case, which culminated in a staggering $10 billion verdict, revolved around claims that Shashikant Jogani’s real estate empire was stolen by his brother, Haresh Jogani.
Judge Bryant-Deason, emphasizing the enormity of the legal work, granted Shashikant Jogani $7 million in attorney fees for the Friedman team, who represented him for the past decade. The judge dismissed the defense’s argument that the fees were “extravagant” and insufficiently documented, noting the extensive filings and the intense labor required to navigate the case.
“This case was a colossal endeavor,” Judge Bryant-Deason stated, showcasing the massive docket as a testament to the legal effort. “The work involved was immense, and I have no hesitation in granting these fees.”
